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“Aleena is so great- we can tell how much she cares about our pets, and she is so reliable! We have had a few pet sitters, but she goes the extra mile and stands out from the rest! Will definitely be booking her any other time we need a sitter for our three pets!”
About: I stand out because of my reliability, attention to detail, and experience caring for pets of all sizes. As a homeowner, I understand the importance of trust and security. I provide personalized care, whether it’s maintaining feeding schedules, giving companionship, or taking long walks. I’m also experienced in handling energetic pets and senior animals, ensuring they feel comfortable and safe. Happy Pets, Happy Owners! Tail-Wagging care while you're away. I’m highly dependable, organized, and communicative—so you can have peace of mind knowing that your home will be in great hands as well. Pet care fits perfectly into my routine. I’m available on all week days and weekends. This flexibility allows me to provide attentive care, whether it’s daily walks, check-ins, or overnight stays. I prioritize each pet’s needs and schedule to ensure they get the attention and exercise they deserve. Owners can count on me to be reliable, responsive, and dedicated to their pet’s well-being. I prioritize safety, trust, and a comfortable environment when caring for pets in their own homes. I follow all instructions provided by pet owners, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special care needs. Whether I’m house sitting, pet sitting, or dog walking, I ensure pets feel secure and relaxed in their familiar surroundings. I’m attentive to their behavior, provide companionship, and maintain a clean and safe space. My goal is to give pet owners peace of mind, knowing their pets and home are in responsible, caring hands.
“Mary was great! This is my first time using a service to check in on my fur baby. I will definitely be calling on Mary again. Thank you Mary!”
About: I am very conscientious and caring. I have owned and cared for a lot of different animals. I will put your mind at ease and will work with you for the top quality care of your pet. I have a wide open daily schedule. I am an early riser and very flexible to meet your needs. I have a horse I visit and want to fill the rest of my time helping others with pet care. I have experienced firsthand how hard it is to get someone you can trust to look after your furry family and realize it is a need in the community. I currently work with my own two dogs every day to ensure they get the exercise needed and make their dog food from scratch so they remain healthy. I understand that your pet needs interaction and breaks from being by themselves while you are away. Commercial pet boarding just doesn’t cut it and takes them out of their safe familiar environment. Raising their stress levels. They don’t need that in your absence. I can take that stress away and make some friends in the process.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs my entire life, but I have taken care of dogs as a job for more than 5 years. I have experience with elderly dogs, disabled dogs, and younger dogs. I have experience giving injectable medicine to dogs and medicine by mouth. I am very comfortable with all kinds of dogs and would love to meet yours! I am home for a couple months before moving away for school and would love to take care of your animals :) I just graduated college and I will be moving back to Memphis for a short period before moving abroad. I have been missing taking care of pets and decided with my extra time now, I would love to spend time with your animals! I am able to follow any directions given to me about your animals. I can crate them, walk them at certain times, feed them at certain times, etc. Anything you need I am confident I can do it!
“Piper did a great job taking care of our kitty. She sent many pictures of him and spent extra time to play with him as well. We will definitely book her again!”
“Jennifer is the best. The dogs love her and she was very attentive. She sent me wonderful pics and communicated often. She had a family emergency during her sitting time, but still made sure my pups were taken care of. YES!!! I will use her again.”
About: Been pet sitting for friends and family since an early age. I can be flexible to meet most animal needs based on instructions provided. ! I currently work full time but with a flexible schedule to accommodate evenings and weekend care. Available most holidays and may have last minute Availability. I can crate your dog if needed for the evening or stop by to ensure multiple times throughout the day. If needed I can also stay and look over your pet overnight.
About: I’ve been pet sitting for over 6 years, offering everything from in-home care and dog walking to house sitting and cat care. Over time, I realized how much I truly love being around animals and caring for them—it never feels like work. That passion led me to become a certified pet caretaker, and I take great pride in providing safe, reliable, and loving care to every pet I meet. Whether it’s a leisurely walk, cozy cuddles, or overnight companionship, I treat every pet like my own. As a full-time pet caretaker, I have open availability and am fully committed to providing consistent, high-quality, reliable, and compassionate care whenever you need it. I care for pets in their own homes where they’re most comfortable, following their usual routines and providing safe, trustworthy, and loving care every time.
About: I’ve been dog sitting since high school, providing walks, feeding, and grooming for dogs. I currently live with an English Mastiff, whom I occasionally care for by feeding him and taking him on walks. I currently work part-time, giving me a flexible schedule to accommodate pet care needs. I’m available for bookings on both weekdays and weekends, including daily walks. I am highly schedule-oriented and prioritize ensuring pets feel comfortable and safe. I monitor their well-being closely, and if I notice any signs of discomfort, I promptly notify the owners. If a pet makes a mess, I clean it up and inform the owners.
“Great dogsitter! Repeat customer and we always ask Katherine first! Our dogs love her!”
“I loved getting an update and pictures of my girl!”
“She was amazing and very good at her job. Highly recommend her to take care of any her pets.”
About: I’ve taken care of animals of all kinds since I was 16. I am capable of giving medicine, staying overnights, and anything else needed! I love pet sitting, as it connects me with so many new animals I currently work part time at Harbor Freight , but my shifts are usually close to five hours. If given enough time in advance, I can take off a few days if necessary to play with your pets! I have five big dogs at home, who play safely in a fenced in yard. I keep an eye on them every time they are outside, and sometimes I’ll even sit outside with them when it’s nice out, just like I do with my clients dogs
About: I am an animal mom of 8, ranging from dog to cats, that pays extensive care and excessive attention to my own furry ones and will provide the same treatment to your own. I am a former vet assistant, a rescue volunteer and foster. I have had dogs and cats from the age of 10 and have never not had a dog or cat to love and care for. I am a stay at home dog mom and a part time photographer so my schedule allows for drop in visits during mid morning to early evening. I will care for your pets just like they are my own. No one can replace you but I will be the next best thing.
“We were pleased that Presley was available to watch our senior cat at rather late notice. She very kindly came to our home prior to watching our cat to meet me, our cat, Bentley, and to see the house and routine. Bentley, who can be unpredictable, warmed right up to Presley during their visits. Presley sent a photo and message each day letting us know that he was happy and well-cared for while we were away. Thankfully for us, Presley also helped us in a pinch with a pool maintenance issue. Thank you for all your help, Presley! We would be very happy to book with you again!”
About: Growing up I always owned dogs and cats & had to responsibly of caring for them. This included feeding them daily, supplying them with fresh water, taking them on walks, and bathing them. I also have experience working at a Vet clinic where I was responsible for taking care of the animals in the boarding area. I really enjoy working with animals and plan to work with them in the future. I currently babysit on Mondays & Wednesdays so I am pretty much free on other days of the week. However, I always make time in my day to take care of my own pet. I currently own a hamster & feed him/ give him fresh water daily. I also spot clean his enclosure weekly & deep clean it monthly. As far as other people's pets, I help out my mom with her 2 cats & dog on some weekends. I provide them with fresh food and water daily. I also allow the dog to go outside for potty breaks and play time. I will also take the dog on walks around the neighborhood.
About: Was raised from birth learning and caring for all types of animals! Horses, snakes, dogs, you name it! Experience with basic dog training. I Always volunteer to do dog training at my local humane societies in hope to get them adopted much faster. Making the future families a bit less stressed for when they take them home. Studied animal science for 2 years before changing my major. I'm available whenever you need me! Just a call away and I will happily take care of your fur babies. Gladly to provide walking,feeding, training you name it. I'm happy to help. I have a fenced in yard with lots of space to have fun in! I have a lovely 5 year old labradoodle thats patient and LOVES to play. I also bike my dog for daily exercise. Happy to teach any animal to bike with me.
About: Online college student at southwest community college so my schedule is very flexible for whenever you need me!! I have been taking care of dogs and cats for 2 and a half years now and I love animals so much so I know how hard it can be to leave your pets alone. I have been taking care of animals for 2 and half years now and I absolutely love it!! Family and friends have relied on me to dog-walk, dog-sit, and all around care for their fur babies!! I have been taking care of my own pets since I was 10 and would love to take care of yours!! I want to make sure your pets schedule stays as normal as possible so I make sure they get the care they would get on a usual basis. I work Part- time right now so looking for something to do on my days off and being around animals all the time would be so great I feed animals in the morning and at night, and in the afternoon let the pups out to run around and go on walks and play for the rest of the day until bed time where the animals will go in a crate or wherever their desire sleeping area is!!
About: I've had pets and been around animals my whole life. Friends and family have relied on me for pet sitting numerous times while they were away on trips. I have my own fur babies -cats, dogs, and even a hedgehog - that I care for daily. As a teen I worked as a Vet Assistant where I learned to trim nails, administer medication, and more. I am a stay at home, homeschooling mom so I have a very flexible schedule to help care for others' pets as well as my own. I can provide the needed care such as food, water, and potty needs. I also have experience giving medication to animals since I was a vet assistant years ago, but most importantly I can love on my clients' pets and give them a great pet sitting experience.
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Aleena G.
“Aleena is so great- we can tell how much she cares about our pets, and she is so reliable! We have had a few pet sitters, but she goes the extra mile and stands out from the rest! Will definitely be booking her any other time we need a sitter for our three pets!”
Robert M.
“Rob is truly the perfect pet caregiver! He’s incredibly patient, kind, and has a naturally warm, loving personality that animals are drawn to. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who will treat their pet like family. Finding someone to care for my dog used to be stressful, but thanks to Rob, it’s been a worry-free experience. He’s dependable, compassionate, and an absolute 10/10!”
Mary H.Star Sitter
“Mary was great! This is my first time using a service to check in on my fur baby. I will definitely be calling on Mary again. Thank you Mary!”
Mary-Ann M.
“Mary-Ann is a kind and personable caregiver. She has loads of patience with animals and takes the time to understand each animals need. Communication is always swift and she is very detailed in care reports. Can’t recommend her enough!”
Allie LeeAnn M.
“She watched our two dogs and cat and even administered shots to our diabetic fur baby. She was very passionate and such a great caregiver for our pets. She worked for us for three years until she went to college. Highly recommend!”
Piper P.
“Piper did a great job taking care of our kitty. She sent many pictures of him and spent extra time to play with him as well. We will definitely book her again!”
Jennifer M.
“Jennifer is the best. The dogs love her and she was very attentive. She sent me wonderful pics and communicated often. She had a family emergency during her sitting time, but still made sure my pups were taken care of. YES!!! I will use her again.”
Adrian R.
“Has pet sit for me several times (30+) over the last 6 years. I travel down for work and sometimes need just a day and other times a couple of weeks at a time. Adrian genuinely loves dogs and goes above and beyond. I generally only ask for the minimum but he always spoils spoils them and loves them. Highly recommend him to anyone. I know him personally and is highly trustworthy (which is hard to find these days, especially in Memphis).”
Haley T.
“Haley is hands down the most extraordinary pet caregiver on this planet—maybe even the galaxy. My dog cried tears of joy when she arrived. Birds chirp louder, and flowers bloom brighter in her presence. She doesn’t walk dogs—she glides them into happiness. If Haley ran for president of pets, every animal would vote for her. Trust me, she’s a pet whisperer, a fur angel, a tail-wagging legend!”
Virginia M.
“Virginia is so loving to all the animals she encounters! She loves cats, but is good with dogs too! I’ve had her cat-sit for me a few times, and she made sure my cranky feline was fed, had plenty of water, a clean litter box, and was well loved on and adored! She even played with him, and she developed a deep bond with him. Your four legged hairy baby (cat or dog) is in good and loving hands with Virginia!”
Katherine K.
“Great dogsitter! Repeat customer and we always ask Katherine first! Our dogs love her!”
Sydney W.
“I loved getting an update and pictures of my girl!”
Natalie M.
“She was amazing and very good at her job. Highly recommend her to take care of any her pets.”
Savanna P.
About: I’ve taken care of animals of all kinds since I was 16. I am capable of giving medicine, staying overnights, and anything else needed! I love pet sitting, as it connects me with so many new animals I currently work part time at Harbor Freight , but my shifts are usually close to five hours. If given enough time in advance, I can take off a few days if necessary to play with your pets! I have five big dogs at home, who play safely in a fenced in yard. I keep an eye on them every time they are outside, and sometimes I’ll even sit outside with them when it’s nice out, just like I do with my clients dogs
Denise G.
“I have known and worked as Denise’s veterinarian for the past 8 years. My first impression about Denise was that she was very involved and informed in her pets healthcare. You won’t find anyone that has a bigger heart for her animals. Over time, I’ve seen her take on other pets and help many others find home who were in shelters. She’s always been ab advocate for all animals. I would have no hesitation in letting her take care of my own pets. Denise would take care of your pets just like they were her own.”
Presley S.
“We were pleased that Presley was available to watch our senior cat at rather late notice. She very kindly came to our home prior to watching our cat to meet me, our cat, Bentley, and to see the house and routine. Bentley, who can be unpredictable, warmed right up to Presley during their visits. Presley sent a photo and message each day letting us know that he was happy and well-cared for while we were away. Thankfully for us, Presley also helped us in a pinch with a pool maintenance issue. Thank you for all your help, Presley! We would be very happy to book with you again!”
Payton P.
About: Growing up I always owned dogs and cats & had to responsibly of caring for them. This included feeding them daily, supplying them with fresh water, taking them on walks, and bathing them. I also have experience working at a Vet clinic where I was responsible for taking care of the animals in the boarding area. I really enjoy working with animals and plan to work with them in the future. I currently babysit on Mondays & Wednesdays so I am pretty much free on other days of the week. However, I always make time in my day to take care of my own pet. I currently own a hamster & feed him/ give him fresh water daily. I also spot clean his enclosure weekly & deep clean it monthly. As far as other people's pets, I help out my mom with her 2 cats & dog on some weekends. I provide them with fresh food and water daily. I also allow the dog to go outside for potty breaks and play time. I will also take the dog on walks around the neighborhood.
Isaac A.
About: Was raised from birth learning and caring for all types of animals! Horses, snakes, dogs, you name it! Experience with basic dog training. I Always volunteer to do dog training at my local humane societies in hope to get them adopted much faster. Making the future families a bit less stressed for when they take them home. Studied animal science for 2 years before changing my major. I'm available whenever you need me! Just a call away and I will happily take care of your fur babies. Gladly to provide walking,feeding, training you name it. I'm happy to help. I have a fenced in yard with lots of space to have fun in! I have a lovely 5 year old labradoodle thats patient and LOVES to play. I also bike my dog for daily exercise. Happy to teach any animal to bike with me.
Allison K.
“Allison is wonderful every time she watches my pups and cats! She is so sweet and caring towards my animals and I would recommend her to anyone in need of a dog sitter. Thank you Allison for doing such a great job!!”
Star J.
“Star is an excellent pet sitter! Star has watched my parrots, dogs, and hedgehog on numerous occasions and has always took excellent care of them all. She has always been prompt and available when I need her. She is a true animal lover with an huge heart, and it shows in the care my babies receive. If you want a person you can count on I highly recommend Star she always goes the extra mile. Thank you Star I truly appreciate you and all you do!”
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